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Culture & Society

Shannon Halligan

Air Date: 
May 09, 2019

Working through emotions, traumas and everyday life is hard. Art can help. Shannon Halligan is a creative art therapist in Rochester, NY. who uses art to help a wide range of people.

Peter Pincus

Air Date: 
Jan 31, 2019

It's no wonder the ceramic work of Peter Pincus is celebrated and collected around the world. He believes that pottery is a type of journalism. His pieces tell a story about this generation.

Timber House Concerts

Air Date: 
Jan 24, 2019

Live music from the comfort of a living room couch? Can't go wrong with that. The Timber House makes it happen!

Print Club of Rochester

Air Date: 
Oct 26, 2018

Rochester is super fortunate to be home to the Print Club of Rochester, a nearly century-old organization that holds an unmatched history of printmaking. Aired 10/26/18.

George Eastman Museum - Technology Vault

Air Date: 
Jul 27, 2018

Since it's founding in 1947, the George Eastman Museum has collected and preserved the worlds largest collection of camera technology. With over 16,000 items in its collection. We were lucky enough to get a tour of their technology vault. 

Woodlanders - David & Chara Dow

Air Date: 
Apr 07, 2017

The series of short films, Woodlanders, highlights artisans who thrive on nature. Hudson Valley based filmmaker, Costa Boutsikaris, came to Rochester to feature local furniture makers David and Chara Dow. His short film takes us on a journey into the life and work of these local artisans. Aired 4/7/17.

Interstellar Lovecraft

Air Date: 
Apr 21, 2017

Jewelry is arguably one of the most personal forms of art. Adorning oneself can communicate personality, style, and even philosophy about the world. Local jewelry maker, Marisa Krol, uses her craft to convey emotion and her perspective. Take a look. Aired 4/21/17

Gaelynn Lea

Air Date: 
Jan 12, 2018

Gaelynn Lea's music is haunting. It's no wonder she won NPR Music's 2016 Tiny Desk Contest. She recently visited Nazareth College and we were there to capture her performance. Aired 1/12/18.

Gingerbread Houses

Air Date: 
Dec 29, 2017

Nothing says holiday season like an artfully crafted gingerbread house. We recently popped into the George Eastman Museum to see the extensive display of sweet creations. Aired 12/29/17.

Comedy Improv

Air Date: 
Dec 15, 2017
When you think of comedy improvisation, maybe the television show "Whose line is it anyway?" comes to mind - short, funny scenes with zany props and ideas. But there's much more to improv than meets the eye. The art form can make you a better listener, public speaker, creative thinker, and team player. And as we hear from local improvisers, it can be life-changing. Aired 12/15/17.

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